The Guitar Shoppe Laguna Beach

The Guitar Shoppe Laguna Beach The Guitar Shoppe, est. 1972 is located in beautiful Laguna Beach, CA. Services include: Lessons, Sa
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08/18/2026

That hum? It might be part of the tone.

If you’ve spent any time with a single-coil guitar, you know the sound , that unmistakable 60-cycle hum sitting underneath everything.

For decades, it’s been part of the sound of electric guitar. Hendrix had it. Clapton had it. Countless records we love have it.

You can chase silence, add shielding and clean things up… but sometimes the better move is to stop fighting the guitar and let it sound like a guitar.

A little volume roll-off when you need it. Full character when you don’t.

Some noise. A lot of soul. ⚡

Filmed at The Guitar Shoppe in Laguna Beach, where vintage guitars, great tone and decades of guitar knowledge still matter.

Way Back Wednesday, 1977. Miguel Rodriguez behind the counter at The Guitar Shoppe, surrounded by some very serious guit...
08/13/2026

Way Back Wednesday, 1977. Miguel Rodriguez behind the counter at The Guitar Shoppe, surrounded by some very serious guitar history. 🎸

Just another day at the Shoppe

08/11/2026

What guitar did you NOT expect to like… until you played it? 🎸
We asked Brendon, Bill & Ben from The Guitar Shoppe which guitar caught them completely by surprise.
A vintage Harmony Stratotone H44. A Gretsch Duo Jet. A Heritage.
Sometimes it’s the guitar you’d normally walk right past that ends up being the one you can’t put down.
What guitar surprised you the first time you played it? 👇

A snapshot from years past featuring John “Caveman” Parlette and the late Kirk Sand with a few of Kirk’s custom builds.
08/06/2026

A snapshot from years past featuring John “Caveman” Parlette and the late Kirk Sand with a few of Kirk’s custom builds.

08/05/2026

Same guitar. Different wood. Completely different voice.
The Martin 000-18 and 000-28 are nearly identical in size, feel, and craftsmanship. The biggest difference comes down to the tonewoods. The 000-18 features mahogany back and sides for a dry, focused sound with strong midrange. The 000-28 is built with East Indian rosewood, offering deeper bass, sparkling highs, and a richer harmonic response.
When everything else is nearly the same, you can truly hear how the wood shapes the guitar’s personality.
Which one would you choose?
Stop by The Guitar Shoppe in Laguna Beach and play them side by side. Sometimes the right guitar isn’t about specs—it’s about the one that inspires you the moment you hear it. 🎸

08/03/2026

I walked up to Anson and asked one simple question:
“What’s the #1 thing people should look for when buying a used guitar?” 🎸
His answer might save you hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars.
Most people focus on scratches, colors, or the brand. The real deal-breakers are the things you can’t easily fix:
✔️ A healthy neck
✔️ Good frets
✔️ A working truss rod
✔️ A solid bridge (especially on acoustics)
✔️ Electronics that actually work
Tuners? Easy to replace.
A warped neck or lifting bridge? That’s a completely different story.
Whether you’re buying your first guitar or adding another one to the collection, these are the things worth checking before you hand over your money.
What’s the best used guitar deal you’ve ever found? Drop it in the comments. 👇

Every photo tells a story. This one takes us back to the 1970s with Kirk Sand and Miguel Rodriguez, partners at The Guit...
07/30/2026

Every photo tells a story. This one takes us back to the 1970s with Kirk Sand and Miguel Rodriguez, partners at The Guitar Shoppe. Thanks for being part of the journey all these years. ❤️🎸

07/29/2026

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a Martin guitar, this is your sign.
Martin’s limited-time promotion is happening now, and we’re proud to be participating here at The Guitar Shoppe.
That means special pricing on select D-18, 28 Series, and other iconic Martin models, but only for a few more days.
There’s no better way to choose a guitar than playing it in person. Come by the shop, compare different models side by side, and hear what makes a Martin so special. Whether you’re looking for your forever acoustic or your next stage guitar, we’d love to help you find the right fit.
The promotion ends soon, so don’t wait too long. Stop by The Guitar Shoppe in Laguna Beach and experience these guitars for yourself.

07/28/2026

🎸 A 10-Second Fix Every Guitarist Should Know
There are few things worse than losing your signal in the middle of a song.
Before you assume a cable has failed or your guitar needs a repair, check the connections. A little electronic contact cleaner can often bring noisy jacks, scratchy pots, and unreliable switches back to life in seconds.
It’s one of those simple things Ben has kept in his gig bag for years because sometimes the smallest tool saves the entire performance.
Whether you’re playing live every weekend or just plugging in at home, keeping your electronics clean is one of the easiest ways to avoid unnecessary problems.
Have you ever had a guitar cut out in the middle of a set? Tell us what happened.

Way Back Wednesday 🎸Jim and Kirk with the legendary José Feliciano, playing a handcrafted Laguna guitar by Kirk at The G...
07/22/2026

Way Back Wednesday 🎸
Jim and Kirk with the legendary José Feliciano, playing a handcrafted Laguna guitar by Kirk at The Guitar Shoppe. And don’t miss the John Fahey Plays a Laguna Guitar display in the foreground, a snapshot from a time when some of the world’s finest guitarists found their way through our doors.

Music history lives here. ❤️

Address

1027 N Coast Highway, Suite B
Laguna Beach, CA
92651

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+19494972110

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